By Agnes Dickson


If you become a permanent resident of one country, it would mean that you may live and may work around that country. Still, you are not allowed to vote or to occupy a post. You also could not live outside the country for years. You may also go to school and, for other countries, receive their health benefits.

You may have all that benefits by the time you become a Canadian resident. There are just some things on how to apply for Canadian residency. You must follow those things for you to get the status.

First, you should understand that you may be a resident but you are still not a citizen of that country. You also have to pay taxes and obey the law. If you are a resident, you may apply for citizenship after living there for a number of years.

It is essential that you have their Permanent Resident Card. A card like this will be proving that you are one of its residents. When you go outside the country, you will use this card to come back to the country. A plastic card like this resembles your cards for healthcare and your license. You will be receiving this in the mail as you become a Canadian resident. It will be effective for more or less 5 years. After 5 years, you will need to renew the card.

To get one, you should gather the documents which are needed first. You need a primary identity document like your passport and travel documents. You also need a secondary identity document. You can submit a copy of either your driving license, your student card, or tax documents. You could provide more of it for additional proof. If you are under 18, you should provide a copy of your birth certificate or documents from your guardian.

Have 2 of your photos placed inside a small envelope. They must be taken within the 12 month period of the application. Have your name written on that envelope. It must also clearly show your facial features. You should have a neutral look in the photo. You can wear your glasses or an accessory but be sure it will not hide your facial features.

If you have papers not written in English or in French, you must include the English or the French translation of that. You must also submit an affidavit from the one who made the translation. See to it that it is certified. It should not be certified by any family member. It is a must that you have it certified only in Canada.

Fill up their application form. See to it that all info is written and accurate. If there is information lacking, the form will be returned and cause delay. Pay for their fee. It currently costs 50 US dollars. Print its receipt for proof. Have the forms mailed to the processing center.

Having Canadian residency gives you lots of benefits. Your rights and benefits would almost be like be a citizenship. You will also be protected by their law. If you want to become one, just be sure that you are qualified to apply.




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